1878 Paris Exposition Commemorative Medal for Expert Adjoint

International Universal Exposition, Paris, 1878, commemorative…
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International Universal Exposition, Paris, 1878, commemorative medal in bronze (86 mm) by Oudine, in case of issue, inside lid embossed in gold lettering, 'Medaille Commemorative / Offerte / Pour / Services Rendus. / Monsieur Philippon / Expert Adjoint / Au Jury de la Classe 75'; case embossed in gold 'Exposition Universelle Internationale' above a wreath with scroll at base with the title 'Ministere De Et Du Commerce L'Agriculture', inside scroll 'Rf', at base 'Paris - 1878'

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  • Bronze - An alloy of copper and tin, traditionally in the proportions of about 9 parts of copper to 1 part of tin.

    The discovery of bronze in Western Asia in the 4th century enabled people to create metal objects which were superior to those previoulsy possible because of its strength and hardness, and it has been used throughout the world for weapons, coins, tools, statuary and other decorative items.

    It is very fluid in a molten state, and its hardness, strength when set, and non-corrosive properties makes it most suitable for casting sculpture.
  • Embossed / Repousse - Embossing, also known as repousse, is the technique of decorating metal with raised designs, by pressing or beating out the design from the reverse side of the object.It is the opposite of chasing, where the decoration is applied from the front. An embossed or repoussed object may have chasing applied to finish off the design.

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